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A part-time student is anyone taking less than 10 graduate credit hours or 12 undergraduate credit hours. A full-time student is anyone taking 10 or more graduate credit hours or 12 or more undergraduate credit hours.
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The calculated cost is based off a programmatic estimation and may not be the same as your official bursar’s bill. The cost is intended to be an estimation only and is subject to change.
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Associate Degree Scholarship: All students in the Early Childhood Care & Education Associate program will receive a scholarship in the amount of 24% off instructional fees only. *Fees in the above chart do not reflect the Associate Degree Scholarship, which is contingent upon meeting certain criteria.
T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® OHIO Scholarship: T.E.A.C.H. Early Childhood® OHIO is a compensation and retention program for current Ohio child care professionals. Assistance is available for the cost of tuition, books, and related education expenses. Scholarships are available for early childhood professionals who plan to earn a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, an Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in early childhood/child development, or a Bachelor of Science in early childhood education within Ohio. Visit OCCRRA to apply.
Tuition Guarantee: The Cincinnati Tuition Guarantee is a cohort-based program that sets tuition, mandatory fees, and room and board at a consistent rate for up to four or five years depending on the length of a student’s academic program. Investing in a college education is one of the most impactful decisions you can make for future success. And we believe every student and family deserve to know exactly what that investment will be.
Contact an Enrollment Services Advisor to learn about all of your Financial Aid and Scholarship options.
Tuition is calculated on a per-credit basis. Refer to the Tuition and Fees Chart for more details.
Programs can be completed full-time or part-time. Many programs are set up to be part-time, with most containing fewer than 10 credit hours in any given semester. We know you have a lot going on, so want to make sure that school can fit into your schedule. Note: There are some exceptions.
Yes. You will need to work with a program advisor to understand what credits will apply and meet the minimum requirement for credit hours completed at the University of Cincinnati.
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